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‘Oprah’ Cancels Columbine Episode

“The Oprah Winfrey Show” pulled an episode discussing the 10th anniversary of the Columbine High School shootings that was scheduled to air today. “To our viewers: I decided to pull the Columbine show today. After reviewing it, I thought it focused too...

Published Mon, Apr 20 2009 1:51 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, The Oprah Winfrey Show, Oprah
‘Ray’ Hits 500th Show

As Rachael Ray’s syndicated show airs its 500th episode April 1, her brand continues to grow among viewers looking for convenient ways to cook and care for their families. Ms. Ray is the driving force behind a growing empire of products, including her...

Published Sun, Mar 29 2009 11:12 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Print Edition, Harpo Productions, Rachael Ray
CBS TV Distribution Ups 2 to Senior VP, Legal/Business Affairs

Joseph Jerome and Amy Freisleben have been promoted to senior vice president of legal and business affairs at CBS Television Distribution, the company announced today. Both previously held the title of vice president of legal and business affairs. Mr...

Published Wed, Mar 4 2009 3:55 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Amy Freisleben, Joseph Jerome
CBS TV Distribution Ups Ryan to VP

CBS Television Distribution has promoted Leslie Ryan to VP of communications, reporting to CTD Executive VP of Communications John Wentworth. Ms. Ryan, a former TelevisionWeek editor, joined CTD (then CBS Paramount Domestic Television) as director of...

Published Sun, Feb 1 2009 10:47 PM by News

Filed under: Broadcast, CBS Television Distribution, Print Edition, Leslie Ryan
‘Star Trek: TNG,’ ‘Street Court,’ THIS TV Make News as NATPE Gets Rolling

The first official day of NATPE on Monday was light on sessions for attendees, while a slow trickle of pickups and news dribbled out of the convention, building toward Tuesday’s opening of the show floor. Among the announcements: —CBS Television...

Published Mon, Jan 26 2009 10:55 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, BET, Disney-ABC Domestic Television, CBS Television Distribution, Litton Entertainment, Storm Stories, NATPE, Tribune, MGM, THIS TV, Anne Sweeney, Trifecta Entertainment & Media, Street Court, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Weigel Broadcasting, Legend of the Seeke, TriStar Media, Nite Tales
‘Star Trek: TNG’ Returns to Syndication

“Star Trek: The Next Generation” returns to broadcast syndication after eight years, CBS Television Distribution announced today. “Star Trek” is cleared as a daily Monday-Friday show in 83% of the country, including 29 of the top 30 markets, CBS said...

Published Mon, Jan 26 2009 11:37 AM by News

Filed under: CBS, Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Star Trek, Tribune, LIN, Sinclair, Star Trek: The Next Generation
Tough but Fair, Judge Judy Rules

Judith Sheindlin, otherwise known as Judge Judy, is an intimidating person. She’s direct, upfront and not afraid to let people know what’s on her mind. That toughness has translated into 13 years of syndication gold with CBS Television Distribution’s...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 9:20 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Judge Judy, Print Edition, Judith Sheindlin
John Nogawski on Judge Judy

John Nogawski, president of CBS Television Distribution, isn’t one to downplay Judge Judy and her talents. Syndie Personality of the Year Tough but Fair, Judge Judy Rules . . . More » John Nogawski on Judge Judy . . . More » Terry Wood on Judge Judy ...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 9:18 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Judge Judy, Print Edition, John Nogawski, Judith Sheindlin
Terry Wood on Judge Judy

For Terry Wood, president of creative affairs and development with CBS Television Distribution, Judge Judy’s longevity is owing to her ability to package an effective ruling quickly and entertainingly. Syndie Personality of the Year Tough but Fair, Judge...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 9:16 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Judge Judy, Print Edition, Judith Sheindlin, Terry Wood
It Wasn’t Always So Easy for ‘Judy’

Even juggernaut shows like “Judge Judy” fight an uphill battle during their launch. In “Judy’s” case, its star had little television experience and clearances were subpar in its first year. Originally titled “Hot Bench,” test runs of “Judy” weren’t up...

Published Sun, Jan 25 2009 9:14 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Judge Judy, Print Edition, Judith Sheindlin, Randy Douthit, Tim Regler, Big Ticket Entertainment
Putting a Fresh Spin on Veterans

CBS Television Distribution’s “Wheel of Fortune” and “Jeopardy!” have stood the test of time for nearly a quarter of a century, enduring as kings of the syndicated game show genre. With “Fortune” hitting its 26th season, and “Jeopardy!” in its 25th, TelevisionWeek...

Published Sun, Jan 18 2009 9:54 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Print Edition, Wheel of Fortune, Jeopardy!, Harry Friedman
Producer Fine-Tunes Talk Shows

Carla Pennington, executive producer of “The Doctors” and “Dr. Phil,” has a ratings triumph and concern on her plate. On the one hand, CBS Television Distribution’s “The Doctors” is steadily marching upward in its ratings since its premiere in September...

Published Sun, Jan 18 2009 9:47 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, The Doctors, Print Edition, Dr. Phil, Carla Pennington
Economic Crunch Puts ‘Jakes’ on Hold

Stage 29 Productions and CBS Television Distribution’s talk show starring Bishop T.D. Jakes has been postponed to a 2010 launch, as the shaky economy forces the hand of another syndication distributor. Despite receiving a station commitment from Tribune...

Published Tue, Jan 13 2009 1:31 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, Economy, T.D. Jakes, Stage 29 Productions
‘Ellen,’ ‘Wilkos’ See Year-to-Year Gains

While talk shows aren’t immune to the ratings declines being seen in syndication, some standouts, including Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution’s “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” and NBC Universal Television Distribution’s “The Steve Wilkos Show,...

Published Sun, Jan 11 2009 9:46 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, CBS Television Distribution, The Doctors, Print Edition, Dr. Phil, The Oprah Winfrey Show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, Warner Bros. Domestic Television Distribution, TV Ratings, The Steve Wilkos Show, NBC Universal Television Distribution
Brown Holds Court in a Packed Field

CBS Television Distribution’s “Judge Joe Brown” entered its 11th season in 2008, holding on to second place in the ratings in the syndicated court show genre for a majority of its run. TVWeek ’s Andrew Krukowski sat down with “Brown” executive producer...

Published Sun, Jan 11 2009 9:46 PM by News

Filed under: Syndication, Judge Joe Brown, CBS Television Distribution, Print Edition, John Terenzio

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